Yesterday's strength training went well. So far, things seem to be going well in preparation for Sunday's race. Only 5 days left and 8 miles of running to go! I have a short cross training scheduled for today, two 4 mile runs on Wednesday and Thursday morning, and light strength training on Friday.
Overall I feel great. Looking back on all I have done to get to this point, I am amazed that I was able to get here. My runs feel like I am flying and even in high school I could not have run as fast or as long as I am running now. I am in the best shape of my life and it shows. I still have a long way to go on my fitness journey, but I have already come a long way.
When I hit about 245 I started buying some new clothed because I had to. Now, those clothes are starting to not fit right. When I started this journey I wore a lot bigger clothes. Here is a little list about what I used to wear and what I wear now:
Clothes----------Old Size----------Current Size
suit coat---------58------------------44
dress shirt------19 x 34/35------16 1/2 x 34/35
t-shirt-------------XXXL---------------L
pants-------------50 x 30-----------36 x 32
It's quite a difference when you look at the numbers. 14 inches off the waist, 2 1/2 inches off the neck, and going from buying "big & tall" clothes to now buying things of the rack in regular stores
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No comment about the no night cardio from the last post.. I just wanted to say how proud I am of you, you have worked so hard and it has paid off! Also, you have brought out my competitive spirit and inspired me; I am going to the gym!
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That's amazing, Travis. Absolutely amazing. I can't even run as fast as you are, at least for that long, but I recall the sensation you're describing of "flying" as I started my first weight loss program by walking and built up to running and got into excellent shape. I recall very much that sensation of running faster than I ever have before. I had gained the weight back, at least a majority of it, a year or two ago but have lost all but 5-10 pounds and am again in excellent shape and am really enjoying it. It just takes getting up and DOING it--period. Like you have done--you've shown tremendous determination and perserverance over the last year and you literally have changed your life. Your body is gradually catching up to that fact, but we are what we DO--our actions define us. Even when we feel weak, we can take strong actions if we choose to and we can get back up and keep going and, if we do that, we ARE strong because we took strong actions--we perservered. I hope you really enjoy the event Sunday. Enjoy this week--it's a step back and "easy" week, although you'll still be running farther and faster than most of us! Execute YOUR plan on Sunday--stick to your pace, etc. stay relaxed and try to enjoy yourself during the event and you can't fail. I think you'll surprise yourself how well you do. I can't wait until Sunday myself! You're truly an inspiration.
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ReplyDeleteJust an FYI - I have several family members who read this blog. Lets keep it PG.
ReplyDeleteI totally missed the late night cardio reference; too funny. I thought Traveler was talking about going for a run the night before; I thought he was talking crazy. Nope, I'm just naive... BTW, diet and exercise helps that too...
ReplyDeleteTraveler - you didn't have to remove your post! It wasn't inapropriate at all.
ReplyDeleteYeah, but this is a spot for you and your journey. I can easily save the juvenile innuendo for my spot. Good luck in SJ.
ReplyDeleteWell, my wife got a kick out of your comment anyways!
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